Can Temple Owls Ride Home Advantage to Victory Against Tulane Green Wave?

As the Temple Owls prepare to host the Tulane Green Wave at Liacouras Center, fans are eager to see if their team can capitalize on home court advantage. The upcoming clash is set for February 20th, and with recent performances in mind, there's much to anticipate.

The Owls have shown a mixed bag of results in their last few outings. A close defeat against Northwestern Wildcats saw them fall just short at 68 points to the Wildcats' 72. Despite this loss, the team demonstrated resilience and an ability to score consistently across all quarters. However, they struggled from two-point range with only a 30 percent success rate but excelled at free throws with a commendable 79 percent completion.

In contrast, their performance against La Salle Explorers was dominant; an impressive victory where they put up 85 points and showcased their defensive prowess with 16 steals. Their fast break plays were particularly effective, contributing significantly to the final scoreline.

Against Delaware Fightin Blue Hens, Temple's balanced attack led them to a solid win scoring 72 points. They managed a decent field goal percentage of 41 percent and were able to convert opportunities into points off turnovers effectively.

These past games highlight that while consistency has been an issue for the Owls, they have proven capable of explosive offense and tight defense when it counts. With these trends in mind, fans can expect an energetic contest as Temple looks to leverage its home court advantage against Tulane Green Wave.

The Liacouras Center has been a fortress for the Owls this season; its atmosphere could be pivotal in pushing them over the edge for another win on their home floor.

Catch all the action live from Philadelphia on February 20th as both teams battle it out on court – will home support be enough for Temple Owls to secure victory?